Even before Norcross star athlete Devonta Bolton released a list of five finalist in the past few weeks, Alabama was always highly regarded by the 6-foot-4, 215-pound weapon. With the end of the summer approaching and a decision looming, how does the Tide stand currently with the three-star recruit?

"Alabama is definitely still in the running for me. Them, Georgia and Florida are all pretty close right now," said Bolton, who recently added offers from Michigan and Clemson to his ever-growing list of suitors. "I hear from Coach (Kirby) Smart through text messages at least every other day.

"Alabama made my list because it is a great program already, and it is only going to get better with Coach Saban in the mix.